Hamilton East
Hamilton
Visit Hamilton East
Popular places to visit
Hamilton Gardens
From the peaceful Japanese Zen Garden to the explosion of colour in the Indian Char Bagh Garden, anyone who loves nature will enjoy this man-made paradise.
Hamilton Central Business District
Hamilton Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Hamilton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.
Southern Cross Hospital
Though Southern Cross Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton while you are here.
Memorial Park
Explore the great outdoors at Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Hamilton. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area.
University of Waikato
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Waikato, during your travels in Hamilton. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
SkyCity Hamilton
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Hamilton during your travels in Hamilton? Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.
Things to do
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Cambridge Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
Top hotels in Hamilton East
Albert Court Motor Lodge
The room was spotless, the staff were really friendly and the room had everything we needed. It's a good location too with a park and pub nearly across the road or the river track nearby.
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Only stated for one night. Good location. We ate in the resturant and the food was very good. Breakfast had a good selection to choose from. Room was good, we had a view over the river.
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Excellent
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
VR Hamilton
Property a bit tired but nothing a good cleaning in main areas hallway and stairwell would fix overall impression. Rooms nice and large, clean and comfortable
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Quest on London
The rooms were very spacious, clean, well equipped and comfortable.
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Nice room. Comfy beds. Nice staff. A microwave and plates would be handy.
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hamilton East
Claudelands
If you're spending some time in Claudelands, Waikato River and Globox Arena are top sights worth seeing.
Hamilton Central
If you're spending some time in Hamilton Central, Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton are top sights worth seeing.
Hamilton Lake
While Hamilton Lake isn't home to many top sights, Lake Rotoroa and SkyCity Hamilton are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hillcrest
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hillcrest and surrounding area, you can visit Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Melville
When in Melville, you can plan a visit to Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ruakura
When in Ruakura, you can plan a visit to Waikato River and Globox Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
